Karachi Court Sentences Man to Death for Murder of Elderly Couple
KARACHI – A sessions court in Karachi has sentenced Nawaz Khursheed to death for the gruesome murder of an elderly couple during a robbery attempt in DHA Phase-VI.
Court’s Verdict
Judge Abdul Hafeez Lashari found Khursheed guilty of murdering Jawed Iftikhar and his wife Salma in their home during Ramadan 2020. Alongside the death penalty, the court also sentenced him to:
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- 10 years imprisonment for murder and robbery
- 7 years for robbery with intent to cause death or serious injury
Details of the Crime
Khursheed broke into the house by cutting a barbed wire fence and hiding on the rooftop before attacking the house help. When the elderly couple resisted his attempt to steal cash and jewelry, he murdered them.
The case has drawn significant public attention due to its violent nature, raising concerns about security in residential areas. The court’s decision is seen as a strong message against violent crime.
